Since December of 2020 I have developed something artistically within art therapy. I took my grief and created from it. It is my happy place
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My favorite art to create is anything that lets me experiment and get a little messy. I love working with texture, layered paint, spinner art, and color shifts—stuff that feels unpredictable. I’m drawn to that moment where chaos turns into something beautiful. It’s not about perfection for me, it’s about the process and the surprise of what comes out in the end.
Where do you find inspiration?I get inspired by real life—my moods, random moments, and even the messy or frustrating days. I don’t always start with a plan, sometimes the inspiration comes from the paint itself or a mistake I didn’t expect. I love that unpredictable part of creating—where something small turns into a whole piece without forcing it.
What would you do with $25,000?I’d invest it into growing my art into something bigger than just me. Better materials, bigger pieces, and creating a space or even a mobile setup where I can share the experience with others. I want to turn creating into something people can feel part of, not just watch. This would help me take what I’m already doing and build it into something real.
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